art in the city

Kickoff event 5-9 p.m., Friday, August 4

Celebrate Dayton’s rich collection of visual and performing arts during a special event that kicks off the second annual juried art show! Join local businesses, artists, and other organizations as we “paint, perform, and party” around downtown Dayton.

Art in the City Juried Art Show - August 4-18Visit 25 mini pop-up gallery exhibits placed in 25 downtown businesses as part of a special two-week juried art show. Curated by the Dayton Visual Arts Center, the show kicks off during the Art in the City event on August 4 and runs through August 18.

Your vote can help your favorite artist win cash!

Vote in person at the ballot boxes at participating businesses on August 4 only.

The Art in the City People's Choice winner will be announced on August 18.

Visit each location and discover a new artist. A map of pop-up gallery locations will be available in downtown businesses and online here on this website. The locations for artwork include:

AAA Tire & Auto Service, 200 E. Third St.

Agnes and Orson Gifts & Goods, 514 E Third St.

The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St.

Basil's on Market, 312 N. Patterson Blvd.

Clash Dayton, 521 E Fifth St.

Corner Kitchen, 613 E. Fifth St.

Crowne Plaza Hotel, 33 E. Fifth St.

Deaf Monty's Wine/Inn Port D'vino, 22 Brown St.

De'Lish Cafe, 139 N. Main St.

The Dublin Pub, 300 Wayne Ave.

The Front Street Experience/Spice Paradise, 16 Brown St.

K12 Gallery and TEJAS, 341 S. Jefferson St.

MJ's on Jefferson, 20 N. Jefferson St.

Mudlick Taphouse, 135 E. Second St.

Nucleus, 411 E. Fifth St.

Project Warmth, 133 E. Third St.

Puff Apothecary, 37 S. St. Clair St.

Salon J Ladner, 45 S. St. Clair St.

Sherwood Florist, 444 E. Third St.

Strings Attached, 225 N. Main St.

Third Perk, 46 W. Fifth St.

Toxic Brewing Co., 431 E. Fifth St.

The Trolley Stop, 530 E. Fifth St.

Uno Pizzeria & Grill, 126 N. Main St.

Warped Wing Brewing Co., 26 Wyandot St.

Kickoff Event - August 4We’re kicking off the juried show open voting with a downtown-wide arts celebration. From 5 to 9 p.m. on First Friday, August 4, you’ll encounter live performances, art-making stations, vividly decorated city blocks, and other fun activities throughout downtown. Don’t miss:

Party on the PatioFrom 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, August 4, when you hit one of these participating patios, you’ll be able to take in a live art demo or a musical performance.

416 Diner

Blind Bob’s

Corner Kitchen

The Dayton Beer Co. (downtown biergarten)

The Dublin Pub

Hannah’s

Lily’s Bistro

MJ’s on Jefferson

Mudlick Tap House

Salar

Toxic Brewing Co.

The Trolley Stop

Uno Pizzeria & Grill

Wheat Penny Oven & Bar

The Wine Gallery

Art Around TownDowntown will be humming with all kinds of art activities – spoken-word poetry, string quartets, acoustic guitars, dancing, face painting, and so much more! Here are the participating artists, activities, and where you can find them:

ParkingPark for free in the lot next to K12 and use the gallery as your starting point for a night of fun. (There’s also a $3 special rate in the Transportation Center Garage for a more centrally located starting point.) On-street meters are free after 6 p.m., and other lots and garages abound.

Shopping, Dining, Music, and More First Friday FunBet you nearly forgot with all this activity that it’s ALSO First Friday! For the list of shopping and dining specials, plus music, and more entertainment that’s practically an art form in its own right, Watch the First Friday Facebook page.

Stay InformedMost of the artists you’re seeing on August 4 will just be starting their new 2017-2018 seasons. Don’t miss a minute; sign up to receive the DDP’s weekly email newsletter, e-vents, and get the latest list of downtown happenings – including performances, gallery openings, and other arts events – delivered to your inbox: http://bit.ly/ddpsubscribe.